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November 10, 2008

An amazing day of firsts ...

No craft today. Instead my people and I got to experience one of the most amazing natural wonders in the world ....

The Grand Canyon!

It is bigger, more beautiful and more awe-inspiring than you could ever imagine!

I have no words that could possibly describe this place adequately.

The trees right down the bottom there are 10 stories high!!! If you would like some better images or some amazing facts take a look here.

It was one of the coldest days that this ex-Brisbanite has ever experienced ...

And this is why!

This afternoon the kids and I got to experience snow for the VERY first time!!!!!!

Very cool ... literally!!!!!

Tomorrow we are heading back to Vegas then on to Yosemite National Park where apparently we are likely to be seeing a bit more of this white stuff ... we had better get some warmer clothing!!!!!!!

Before I go I will leave you with an amazing beauty. This is my favorite minature quiltfrom Houston. This quilt is by Kumiko Frydl and is called Mission Impossible.

The quilt is a 1/20th replica of a pretty amazing quilt that was featured on the cover of July / August 2007 edition of Quilters Newsletter by Kathy Nakajima. I had dreams about the original ... now I have two spectacular dreams to choose from!

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How amazing is the Grand Canyon, although I am scared of heights so possibly a bit too much for me I think. The snow looks so inviting and just think it is in the high 20s here this week. The quilt is absolutely gorgeous and I am sure it will be the next on your to do list. Enjoy the rest of your wonderful holiday.

Wow - amazing photos - thanks for sharing. Youve never seen snow before? :-O Gosh. I guess we take it for granted here? That quilt is beautiful. Have a great time at Yosemite - my parents went there and loved it. x

I am so excited for you guys! We were very fortunate to live in California for a year and visited the Grand Canyon at Thanksgiving and that was where I had my first snow experience! We also went to Yosemite and that was THE highlight of our year. It is the most amazingly beautiful place, our favourite place in all of the States. Enjoy!!! I cant wait to see the photos (you have to check out the General Sherman tree)! p.s. I love your blogs, you are an amazingly talented designer.

Wow Kellie, spectacular and what an amazing thing for you to experience together as a family. The children look so absolutely delighted!! Ive seen heaps of snow but not that gorgeous Grand Canyon - one day!! How completely amazing is that little quilt - extraordinary!

I could have sworn I posted yesterday but nope nothing there - good job as Im more composed now. I so wish we were there with you all to experience it with you. I think we just take snow for granted , even though we dont get much. The Grand Canyon looks amazing - maybe one day. Enjoy Yosemite and wherever else you are going. Take care.
Lisa x